I would not be surprised if the sale becomes more widely accessible. Last spring/summer there was a big "dump" of 2007 Yiron --- they seemed not to be moving in Israel in sufficient quantities, so they were sold here at a price comparable to the one you quoted, maybe even two/three dollars cheaper.

Wow! Can't believe I missed that deal. My cellartracker tells me I purchased some '07 Yiron in september, 2011 at $15/bottle, but had I known about this, I'd have stocked up!!! Anyhow, I haven't tasted the '08 but the '09 is delicious as always. And unlike some of you, I've always preferred my Yiron on the younger side. I love the fruit-forward kick it gives, which kind of fades as it ages. For a more balanced wine, there are better choices out there to cellar--such as the Yarden CS.